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Traditional Black Sea kuymak in puree consistency; made with cornmeal, butter, and cheese.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Kuymak (puree consistency) (150 g) has 390 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 30 g of carbs, 11.3 g of protein, 24 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 44% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
390
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
30g
· 11% DV
Protein
11.3g
· 23% DV
Fat
24g
· 31% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 31% · Protein 12% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 390 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 14.25 g | 71% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 630 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thin) | 15 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thick) | 25 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 80 g | 208 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 180 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 520 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 650 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Kuymak (puree consistency) is a thick Black Sea cheese dish made by cooking cornmeal with butter and liquid, then stirring in melting cheese. It is served hot, often straight from the pan, and eaten with bread.
To make kuymak (puree consistency), toast cornmeal gently in butter, gradually stir in water, and cook until thick before adding cheese. Keep the heat low and stir as the cheese melts to achieve a smooth, spoonable texture.
A local melting cheese such as kolot is traditional for kuymak (puree consistency); other mild cheeses that melt smoothly can also work. Add the cheese in small pieces and stir gently so it blends into the cornmeal rather than clumping.
Kuymak (puree consistency) and mıhlama are closely related Black Sea dishes, and the names and recipes vary by region. Both commonly use cornmeal, butter, and cheese, so there is no single universally accepted distinction between them.
Kuymak (puree consistency) turns lumpy when the liquid is added too quickly or the cornmeal is not stirred thoroughly. Pour in the liquid gradually while whisking or stirring, then add the cheese once the cornmeal mixture has thickened.
Kuymak (puree consistency) may not stretch if the cheese does not melt well or the cheese-to-cornmeal balance is off. Choose a good melting cheese and warm it gently; this style is meant to be thick and spoonable, not necessarily stringy.
Kuymak (puree consistency) comes from the Black Sea food tradition of northeastern Turkey. Local families and restaurants use different cheeses and may call similar preparations kuymak or mıhlama, so the exact recipe is not identical everywhere.
Kuymak (puree consistency) is commonly served with fresh bread or cornbread for scooping up the thick, cheesy mixture. It is best brought to the table hot, since the cheese firms up as the dish cools.
Yes, reheat kuymak (puree consistency) gently in a pan over low heat, stirring in a little water as it warms. The mixture naturally thickens in the refrigerator, so add liquid gradually until it becomes smooth and spoonable again.
You can make kuymak (puree consistency) ahead, but its texture is best immediately after cooking. As it cools and sits, the melted cheese firms and the dish thickens; refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and loosen them when reheating.
Vitamins
B12
1.05µg · 44% DV
Vitamin A
270µg · 30% DV
B2
0.38mg · 29% DV
B5
0.68mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Calcium
315mg · 32% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Sodium
630mg · 27% DV
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
165mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kuymak (puree consistency) is a warm dish from Turkey’s Black Sea region, made by cooking cornmeal with butter and cheese. The cheese and proportions vary from one household or locality to another; this version is smooth and spoonable rather than set or stringy. In its home region, kuymak is often served hot for breakfast, with bread to scoop up the buttery mixture, and is best eaten straight from the pan. It is filling and energy-dense, with much of its richness coming from the butter and cheese; cornmeal contributes carbohydrates. For a lighter meal, use less butter and serve it with fresh vegetables or a crisp salad.
Medium
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Low
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Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
14.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.65g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.